Psychology and dentistry : mental health aspects of patient care / William A. Ayer.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ayer, William A.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Dentistry--Psychological aspects.

Dentistry.

Behavior therapy.

Dentist and patient.

Physical Description:

xiii, 148 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

New York : Haworth Press, [2005]

Summary:

Psychology and Dentistry: Mental Health Aspects of Patient Care is a practical guide to an often-neglected aspect of dentistry-the contributions of the behavioral sciences to dental research and practice. Dr. William A. Ayer, Professor of Behavioral Sciences at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, presents a comprehensive textbook that is an essential study aid for students preparing for their National Dental Board Examinations and a valuable classroom resource for dental school faculty. This unique book identifies the everyday concerns of dentists, dental students, and dental hygienists, offering proven strategies for patient management and for building-and maintaining-a successful dentist-patient relationship.

Contents:

Chapter 1 The Development of the Behavioral Sciences in Dentistry 1

Chapter 2 Behavioral Foundations of Dentistry 7

The Focus of Behavior Therapies 8

What Is Behavior Therapy? 8

Types of Behavioral Interventions 9

Chapter 3 Pain 15

Pain Threshold and Pain Expression 15

Measuring Pain 17

Acute versus Chronic Pain 18

Pain Management Strategies 19

Chapter 4 Fear and Anxiety in Dentistry 23

Effect of High Fear and Anxiety on Office Practice 23

Definition of Anxiety and Fear 24

Measurement of Dental Fear and Anxiety 24

Origins and Development of Fear and Anxiety 28

Anxiety and Behavior Across Dental Visits 29

Other Variables Influencing Anxiety and Fear 30

Managing Fear and Anxiety 31

Chapter 5 Oral Habits and Their Management 37

Etiology and Development of Thumb and Finger Sucking 38

Psychoanalytic and Learning Theory Models 39

Prevalence and Possible Explanations 39

Methods of Controlling Sucking Habits 40

Bruxism: Characteristics and Treatment 42

Self-Mutilating Behaviors: The Oral Cavity 43

Chapter 6 Compliance with Health Care Recommendations 49

Assessing Adherence 49

Determinants of Adherence 51

Resources and Noncompliant Behavior 53

Chapter 7 The Dentist-Patient Relationship 55

Models of the Doctor-Patient Relationship 56

Dimensions of the Doctor-Patient Relationship 57

Satisfaction Among Patients and Dentists 59

A Seeming Paradox 60

Miscellaneous Factors 61

Chapter 8 Stress in Dentistry 65

The Concept of Stress 65

Measuring Stresses in Life 66

Sources of Dentists' Stress 66

Suicide Among Dentists 68

Stress in Dental Students 69

Chapter 9 Special Issues in Dentistry 73

Family Violence 73

Aging 77

Dying, Death, and Bereavement 80

Chapter 10 Hypnosis in Dentistry / Carla York, Frank De Piano, Frederick Kohler 85

Some Background and History of Hypnosis in Dentistry 85

Prevention of Dental Disease and Modifications of Noxious Habits 88

Therapeutic Uses of Hypnosis in Dentistry 89

Hypnosis As an Operative Aid in Dentistry 91

The Use of Hypnosis in Pediatric Dentistry 95

Hypnosis As an Aid in Patient Management 96

Techniques for Induction of Hypnosis in Dentistry: Some Illustrations 99

Case Example: A Dental-Avoidant Patient with Excessive Gag Reflex 111

Chapter 11 Interviewing / Cheryl Gotthelf 119

Communication 119

Training Issues 122

Initial Meeting with a patient 124

Attentiveness 127

Obtaining an Accurate History 128

Establishing Rapport 129

Empathy 131

Chapter 12 Making Psychological Referrals 135

Dental-Related Problems 135

Nondental-Related Referrals 136

Referrals for Self, Family, or Friends 137

Referring an Individual 138.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0789022958

0789022966

OCLC:

56011726